Reports: Over 5,200 Gender-Based Violence Cases in Pakistan 2024

A report by Sahil revealed that Pakistan witnessed 5,253 incidents of gender-based violence (GBV) in 2024, with murder, abduction, and rape being the most reported forms of violence. Punjab accounted for 74% of these cases, emphasizing the regional disparity in GBV prevalence. Meanwhile, in London, violence against women and girls (VAWG) has been described as 'endemic,' with a 7.4% increase in sexual offenses reported over the past year. Officials indicated that societal changes are necessary to combat this issue, with concerns about the influence of misogynistic ideals on young men. Additionally, a report from Cyprus highlighted that 41 women have been murdered in the last decade, with over a third having faced physical or sexual assault, calling for urgent measures to prevent further violence. These reports collectively underscore a pressing need for targeted interventions to address gender-based violence across different regions.